The season’s standout leader, the Dutch driver Max Verstappen of Red Bull, is on the brink of sealing the Formula 1 world title with a single win. The Singapore Grand Prix, the seventeenth race of the year, unfolds on the Marina Bay Street Circuit, famous for its night-time spectacle and tight, twisty sections. This event marks a return to racing after a two-year pause caused by the pandemic, bringing spectators back to the track for a full weekend of action under lights.
Should Verstappen triumph in Singapore and if Charles Leclerc of Ferrari fails to finish ninth or higher, the Dutch driver will clinch the world championship mathematically the following Sunday, assuming a teammate or rival path does not alter the outcome. If Verstappen wins and also secures the fastest lap, Leclerc would not be able to overtake him in the standings, and Sergio Perez would not climb onto the podium as a consequence of the podium results. The dynamic of the weekend hinges on a delicate balance of race results, fastest laps, and the points tallies of the contenders in the championship battle.
Both Sergio Perez and Carlos Sainz, currently third in the standings with 210 points, arrive in Singapore with recent momentum after a Monaco victory that boosted their teams’ confidence. Their goal is to maximize any available opportunities in Marina Bay, provided weather, reliability, and on-track performance align with their plans. Fernando Alonso, aiming to extend his illustrious career, could surpass Kimi Raikkonen’s all-time record for F1 starts in Singapore. With Raikkonen’s mark standing at 349 races, Alonso would tie or surpass it at the Marina Bay event, moving to 350 career starts if everything goes to plan. Alonso hopes that the engine, chassis, and tire management will return to a level that supports a strong weekend, echoing his previous success in Singapore, including a victory with Ferrari in 2010 and a prior win with Renault in 2008. With McLaren seeking an improved result from Alpine’s position in the constructors’ standings, there is real ambition to challenge for a top-four finish that would help close the gap to the front-runners in the World Championship table.
Where to watch Formula 1 races
Fans who cannot attend in person can still experience the thrill of the circuit from their living rooms. The Singapore race will be streamed in most regions with the familiar broadcast teams handling the coverage. In many markets the rights holders provide live commentary and in-race analysis, offering fans a complete view of the weekend’s events. For viewers in Spain and other territories, the broadcast options remain strong, with dedicated sports networks and streaming services delivering high-quality coverage. The excitement of the “Great Circus” is available across multiple platforms, ensuring a wide audience can follow every session and pit-stop as it unfolds.
If traditional television access is not available, fans can opt for live streaming options that carry the race live and provide all practice, qualifying, and race coverage as it happens. A reliable stream — if permitted by local broadcast rights — can deliver a near live experience with consistent timing, telemetry, and in-car feeds helping viewers stay close to the action throughout the weekend.
F1 Singapore GP training schedule
Friday
12.00 Free 1
15.00 Free 2